AgraFood Latin America

摘要

Trade news: Mexico and Japan are finally set to sign a free trade deal Panama plans to negotiate a similar accord with Singapore. Biotech: Researchers in Chile are developing new fruit varieties Mexico has signed up to controversial labelling standards for GMcorn. Grains and oilseeds: Estimates of Brazilian soy output have been cut, while Colombian corn imports are set to rise. Meat and Poultry: Uruguay has announced plans to boost sheep numbers Argentina is pushing for changes to rules on foot and mouth disease. Fruit and vegetables: A new disease is threatening Jamaica's banana industry Meanwhile, a deal with Chile could help Argentina to ship more citrus to Argentina. Dairy: Parmalat is fighting to regain control of assets in Brazil Meanwhile, dairy producers have vowed to fight Brazilian import barriers. Sugar and ethanol: Peruvian sugar output has been hit by dry weather Brazilian ethanol sales are being hit by a rise in sales of gas-fuelled cars. Food and Drink: Brazilian beer-maker Ambev ismerging with Interbrew to create the world's largest brewer. Retail: Two major deals have changed the face of the Brazilian and Argentinian supermarket sectors.